Country Day Nurseries

The Stables, Chalkcroft Lane, Penton Mewsey, Andover SP11 0RD
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65 Reviews
  • Country Day Nurseries, Andover

Care Provided by Country Day Nurseries

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Lucy Curcher
  • Person in charge
  • Danielle Needham (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 21
  • Total Places for Children
  • 91
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
  • Parking
  • Large parking area available


Country Day Nurseries Reviews (65)

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Over all time Country Day Nurseries has 65 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to the nursery for a year now and is currently in bluebells. He started off in snowdrops and being a first-time mum I was obviously apprehensive about dropping off and leaving him but I can honestly say my mind was put at rest straight away and my son is absolutely thriving. They
have so many different activities and plenty to do outside too. My son really enjoys the walks in the woods and the mud kitchen. The staff are all extremely welcoming. I would highly recommend.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son currently attends and my other son did before starting school in September. We love the nursery, the staff are all so friendly and kind, my son loved it. Having pulled my eldest from another nursery I couldn't have been happier with the decision. Especially with all their hard work to get him
school ready, I feel this gave him the best possible start. My youngest is currently in snowdrops and he loves all the staff. We never have tears at drop off! Feedback from staff is detailed and useful. We have seen him grow and develop so much since he has started.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Country Day Nurseries at the start of January, and has settled in really quickly. The Bluebells room manager and his key worker are so lovely, and I feel totally confident leaving my child with them. My son has bad separation anxiety, so I was amazed how fast he got used to being there,
and there is no shortage of cuddles for him. I’m really impressed by the variety of food on the menu too. All in all, very happy.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Although our daughter has only been at Country Day Nurseries since January she has settled in really well and that is a credit to the nursery workers in her group. We have noticed fantastic developments in our daughter's speech, emotions and communication since she has been attending Country Day Nurseries.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A great little nursery with a clear care for the children. After settling in, my little one enjoys being dropped off, especially when she sees her breakfast being served! Great staff, great grounds and great service.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We visited many nurseries for our daughter and felt Country Day Nurseries stood out. The open outdoor areas, amongst the trees, nature, the astroturf and undercover areas for all weathers. The staff are warm, understanding and approachable. They have a real bond with our daughter and she loves attending
nursery. They have themes for activities and we receive a weekly newsletter with loads of information. The Tapestry journal is updated regularly with observations and pictures linking them to my daughter's development. We also have a drawer where her artistic pieces of work are kept for us to collect.
The building is always warm and safe, my daughter enjoys the routine of opening the gates, walking over the wooden stepping plaques and pressing the buzzer.
The food is also fantastic and smells very yummy. She has a variety of foods offered to her with three meals and two snacks a day. She also gets free wipes and nappies!
I would highly recommend Country Day Nurseries to other parents/carers.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My first child has been going there for 3.5 years. She absolutely loves it and loves all the staff. She loves learning French and doing PE sessions. My 9-month-old has been going there for 2 months and he is very happy too. Amazing food and activities for all the children. Great value for money.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

One of my daughters currently attends and my other daughter did before starting school in September. We love the nursery, the staff are all so friendly and my daughters love it. Having pulled my eldest from another nursery I couldn't have been happier with the decision.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment we drove down the drive I knew this was the nursery for my little one. The outside area is amazing and well utilised which my little one adores. He always comes home happy and chatty about the fun he had throughout the day.
The parents/guardians are well informed through newsletters
and parents evenings.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The leadership and management of the nursery under its current ownership is exceptional. My children are both very happy in this setting, and they have been supported and cared for to a consistently high standard.
The setting itself is beautiful with the outside areas fully exploited with daily activities
outside. A huge recommendation to prospective parents.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of our children have attended this setting since they were 8 months and have enjoyed each and every room. The location is amazing for inquisitive minds, the staff caring, friendly and supportive of individual needs and personalities. The food caters for all palettes and fussiness! The activities
are varied; our preschooler currently has weekly French and phonics activities, which she relishes. A huge amount of time is spent outside, being children. I would very much recommend Country Day Nurseries.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Country Day Nurseries since she was 6 months old and we can happily say that this was one of the best decisions we have made.


The staff are friendly and very conscientious and the owners are approachable and keen for feedback, which is a breath of fresh air from previous

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We will be sad when she has to leave later this year to go to school, but have already booked our next child in for when she is a little older.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy has started here for 2.5 days per week, although we hope to up it to 5 days a week in the near future. Our initial view is that this is a great nursery where the children have fun and the staff genuinely care. Regarding the staff, for them it is not about keeping the children occupied
whilst the parents work, but about educating the children in a fun and playful way. Lots of outdoor time and fantastic fresh air, plus homemade food that is adapted for our boy's allergies. Really good feedback on how he is progressing, what food he likes and even his sleep portfolio.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My eldest daughter has been at the nursery for just over three years and the youngest just over one year.
I cannot relay in words the effort, friendliness, and compassion shown by every member of staff as they really care about the children, whilst also taking a genuine interest in the parent's points
of view and concerns. This has been shown in the development of my daughters which constantly astounds me, with my eldest learning skills that will benefit her upcoming change into a school environment.
The learning environment offers variation and enables the children to get outside regularly. The recent change of management has also been positive, in that the drive to improve the setting is a continual process. Nothing appears too much trouble, and the manageress is always visible, supporting her staff, whilst making herself accessible to parents. I would and do happily recommend the Nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter has just started at Country Day Nursery having attended another nursery in the area. She has settled so beautifully and is extremely happy. It’s wonderful to see her so thriving amongst her new friends.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter had separation anxiety so me leaving her at the nursery was going to be a struggle. They made it so much easier. They were supportive, caring and helpful to me as well as my daughter.
This nursery works with the parent as well as the child, it has plenty of space for a huge variety of
activities. They love being outdoors and have structured activities as well as free play.
It is a constant learning curve of enjoyment for my daughter. I would recommend them to everyone, this has been amazing for my daughter and myself xx

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended this nursery since she was 6 months old and will be going to school this year. We have always found the nursery staff to be extremely supportive and our daughter has always been happy, content and confident in this setting. We have enjoyed watching her grow and develop in the
beautiful safe rural setting with skilled and committed staff. We have found the new leadership at the nursery to be excellent and are looking forward to see how the setting develops and grows as our no.2 joins in the autumn. I would, and have, highly recommend this setting to local families. It is a very special and unique place for children to grow, learn, develop and be themselves.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Country Day Nurseries for 9 months for two days a week and in that time I have seen her confidence grow and develop and this is down to the care and opportunities she receives at this nursery. The staff are warm and welcoming and it’s nice to see her run into the nursery
happily every time she attends. The nursery offers great opportunities for the children to play outside in the woodland area, pirate ship and they go for walks around the village in all weather which is excellent for her and she loves nothing more than splashing and jumping around in muddy puddles.
The new owners are really making some great improvements and we look forward to seeing the nursery grow.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending this nursery for just over a year now and I am so pleased I found them. They go above and beyond in catering for his allergies and religious needs. The staff are caring and he has built strong bonds with several staff. He is always excited to go to nursery, especially on Tuesday
when there is a music day. He settled in very well and loves the outdoor freedom the nursery provides. I will definitely be bringing my next baby here too.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The grounds are absolutely superb and I haven't seen another setting that even comes close. The abundance of wildlife and the beautiful listed building adds a real charm! My children have both been in attendance, full time since 8/9 months old and they thoroughly enjoy their time here. The staff are
all extremely friendly and make a real effort to get to know each child and cater for their needs. The new owners are also lovely and have not been shy of getting their hands dirty. The mud kitchens and the new woodland play area with pirate ship have been great additions! Fantastic nursery, we will be sad to leave when our youngest starts school!

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